Description

This Detox Cabbage Soup is a wholesome, low-calorie vegan recipe packed with colorful vegetables and savory herbs. It’s perfect for a healthy, comforting meal that supports your body’s natural detox processes while satisfying your taste buds. With simple ingredients and easy stovetop preparation, this soup is nutritious, flavorful, and ideal for meal prep.

Ingredients

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Vegetables and Aromatics

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 yellow onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 carrots, sliced
3 celery stalks, sliced
1 small head of green cabbage, chopped
1 zucchini, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped

Liquids and Canned Goods

1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth

Spices and Seasonings

1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Fresh parsley for garnish

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Instructions

Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until softened and translucent, which builds the flavorful base of the soup.
Add Garlic and Vegetables: Stir in the minced garlic, sliced carrots, and celery. Cook for another 5 minutes while stirring occasionally, allowing the vegetables to start tenderizing and aromas to develop.
Combine Remaining Vegetables: Add the chopped cabbage, zucchini, and red bell pepper to the pot. Stir well to evenly distribute the vegetables, preparing them to absorb the broth and spices.
Add Liquids and Spices: Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juices and the low-sodium vegetable broth. Sprinkle in dried oregano, dried thyme, paprika, crushed red pepper flakes if using, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together to combine the flavors.
Simmer the Soup: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes. This allows the vegetables to become tender and lets the flavors meld beautifully.
Finish and Serve: Just before serving, stir in the fresh lemon juice to brighten the flavors. Garnish each bowl with freshly chopped parsley. Serve the soup warm for a comforting and nutritious meal.

Notes

This soup stores well and tastes even better the next day as the flavors further develop.
For extra greens, add spinach or kale in the last 5 minutes of cooking.
To increase protein content, add chickpeas toward the end of cooking.
Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes to control the spice level.
Use low-sodium broth to manage overall sodium intake.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 110
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 420mg
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 17g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg